Wormwood

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4.6

846 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Wormwood invites you to step into a bygone era, where poets, artists, and dreamers found inspiration in the Green Fairy. By night, we offer an elegant French dining experience, where each dish is crafted with passion, paired with curated wines and signature cocktails, and brought to life by our exceptional service. Whether in our cozy dining room, enchanting patio, or the hidden charm of our Secret Garden speakeasy, every evening is an unparalleled journey of flavor and hospitality.

Now, we invite you to experience Wormwood’s weekend brunch, every Saturday and Sunday. Indulge in a refined menu, sip on handcrafted cocktails and artisanal coffees, and let the soulful sounds of live jazz transport you to Belle Époque Paris. A celebration of indulgence, romance, and hospitality, brunch at Wormwood is a morning affair you won’t want to miss.

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Additional information

Location
4677 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116-3245
Phone number
(619) 915-6706
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Omar Armas

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Experiences

Wormwood's Celebration Tasting Menu $120pp
$120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
$120 per person. Marking a special occasion? Indulge in the spirit of La Bohème with our exquisite seven-course “Best of Wormwood” tasting menu featuring our signature caviar, oysters and a champagne toast. Perfect for commemorating life's special moments!
The Gourmet Hour
$60.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in our exclusive early evening dining experience. The Gourmet Hour. Savor a carefully curated three-course menu that showcases some of our favorite dishes at a special price of $60 per person.

Private dining

Offers

Brunch Affair: Live Jazz at Wormwood
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Experience the magic of live jazz brunch at Wormwood, where music, indulgence, and elegance come together in perfect harmony. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, our enchanting patio transforms into a Parisian dream, filled with the soulful melodies of rotating jazz artists. Savor our delightful brunch menu, sip on mimosas, handcrafted cocktails, and artisanal coffees, and let the music set the tone for a leisurely, elegant morning. Immerse yourself in the rhythms of jazz and the charm of Belle Époque, making brunch at Wormwood a truly unforgettable experience. (Weather permitting.)

Gourmet Hour$60.00
Indulge in our exclusive early evening dining experience. The Gourmet Hour. Savor a carefully curated three-course menu that showcases some of our favorite dishes at a special price.
Carpe Diem$90.00
Savor Chef's Curated Five Course Dinner. A Giving Moment, Featuring Seasonal and Local Ingredients Experience Chef's Passion and the True French 'Art De Vivre'
Celebration in Style$120.00
Indulge in the Spirit if La Bohème with our Exquisite Seven-Course 'Best of Wormwood' Tasting Menu. Perfect for Commemorating Life's Special Moments. Menu Highlights include a Glass of Champagne, Fresh Oysters, Luxurious caviar & Coquilles St jacques.

Canapés

Foie Savory Macaron$8.00
Chicken Liver, Pear Sphere, Pickled Onion
Madeleine$8.00
Buckwheat, Whipped Fromage, Smoked Char Roe
Delicacy$8.00
Oyster Butter, Sago Pearls, Golden Kiwi, Trout Roe, Champagne Foam
Coquille Saint Jacques$12.00
Guanciale, Pecorino, Fresno
Huître x4$17.00
Pamplemousse, Mezcal Mignonette, Cara Cara, Amaranth

Les Salades

Burrata Crémeuse$23.00
Farmers Market Winter Greens, White Balsamic
Salade Lyonnaise$21.00
Smoked Sablefish, Caesar Beurre Monté, Poached Egg, Frisée, Pickled Onions, Parmesan
Bettraves$19.00
Rye Tart, Herbed Fromage, Pistachio, Citrus, Zaatar

Pour L'Amour de Partager

Pain$12.00
Parker House Loaf, Honey-Rosemary Butter
Tarte aux Oignons$22.00
Caramelized Onions, Puff Pastry, Petit Basque, French Onion Demi-Glace
Poisson Cru$26.00
Shinko Pear, Avocado, Celery, Morita Pearls, Kombu Tomato Dashi
Wagyu Tartare$31.00
Roasted Bone Marrow, Mustard, Pickled Serrano, Bordelaise, Sourdough

Pièce de Resistance

Fromage et Maïs Agnolotti$32.00
Wild Local Mushrooms, Mascarpone, Roasted Poblano, Pastis-Pecorino Foam
Poulet à la Moutarde$36.00
Mustard Greens, Mustard Seeds, Poulet Demi-Glace, Apricot
Poisson$38.00
Mussels, Farm Fennel & Carrot, Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc
Steak du Boucher$48.00
Porcini & Espelette Crusted Wagyu, Mushroom Bordelaise, Pomme Paillasson, Raclette Fondue

Le Fromage

Cheese Platter$10.00
Selection of 1, 2 or 3 Cheeses Served with Condiments

Les Desserts

Tarte Tatin$16.00
Winter Granny Smith Apples, Vanilla-Olive Oil Gelato
Tarte au Chocolat$15.00
Banana, Salted Caramel, Malt Crème Anglaise
Crème Brulée$15.00
Absinthe, Farmer's Market Strawberries, Caramel, Taj Farm Crema

Absinthe

"Absinthe is the only decent drink that suits an artist." Paul Gauguin

Absinthes de France

Absinthe Ordanaire 92$13.00
Absinthe 1804$32.00
Combier Blanchette$18.00
Eliz Gorgone$31.00
Grande Absente$20.00
Jade C.F. Berger 1898$28.00
Jade Esprit Edouard$35.00
La Fee Parisienne$18.00
La Fee Blanche$18.00
La Muse Verte$18.00
Lucid$18.00
Pernod 136$19.00
Paul Devoille Absinthe du Centenaire$25.00
Vieux Pontarlier 3-Year$32.00
Vieux Pontarlier$15.00

Absinthes d'Europe

Butterfly Classic (Switzerland)$22.00
Duplais Blanche (Switzerland)$20.00
Duplais Verte 136 (Switzerland)$19.00
Gruene Fee 130 (Austria)$13.00
Kubler (Switzerland)$18.00
La Clandestine (Switzerland)$20.00

Absinthes des USA

Barber Lee (California)$22.00
Dead of Night$16.00
Doc Herson's Green (New York)$21.00
Doc Herson's White Poppy (New York)$20.00
Emperor Norton 136 (California)$20.00
Leopolds Bros Verte (Colorado)$18.00
ReBru Absinthe Superieure (California)$16.00
Two James Nain Rouge Verte (Michigan)$14.00
Vieux Carre (Pennsylvania)$16.00
St Georges California$15.00

Pastis

H Bardouin$13.00
Herbsainte$15.00
La Muse Verte$13.00
Pernod 136$16.00
Prado Marseille$13.00
Ricard$15.00

What 846 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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San Diego
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Review summary

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Wormwood offers an enchanting dining experience with "amazing food, service, and ambiance." Guests rave about the "delicious cocktails" and "exquisite presentation." The restaurant is praised for its "unique dining experience" and "gorgeous outdoor spaces," making it perfect for special occasions. Some find it "pricey," but the flavors and atmosphere are "worth it."

846 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered the 5 course dinner menu and everything was flawless, the agnelotti and the potato side dish to the steak being the highlight for us. We had the desserts changed (for a small fee) and did not regret (neither me nor my wife are super fans of apple desserts). The only asterisk for us is that the wine pairing did not include a glass to pair with the agnelotti, which left us wondering if we should have added the two pairings or if we should have just ordered a bottle. Other than that, again, everything was amazing and I would definitely return for a giant agnelotti plate
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Gene
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sat inside which was very loud but will request patio next time The food was outstanding such amazing flavors in the salad with sablefish and egg and unbelievable take on a Caesar salad. Then the mind blowing onion tart unlike anything I’ve had. A must!! The mushroom and pasta dish was so rich in flavor. The chicken roll could have been perfect cooked a couple of minutes less but still good. Service was excellent. We will be back!!
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Ryan
New Orleans2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Overall good restaurant staff were amazing and did a perfect job. In my opinion, meals were not worth price and dining room was quite loud once it starting filling up. A little disappointed.
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JayD
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner at the Baja Chef & Wine pairing dinner last night!! Very enthusiastic staff and kitchen. Very interactive and great atmosphere. Six course wine pairing was excellent and served very professionally. We will definitely return to experience the Wormwood menu and drink offerings as they normally serve. One piece of advice….parking is really hard to navigate…..come early and be prepared to hunt for a legal parking space within three or four blocks of the restaurant front door!!
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Jennifer VIP
San Diego53 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the pleasure of attending the special Baja chef's collaboration dinner with wine pairings last night. The experience was fantastic! The food was really unique and delicious and the wine pairings were excellent. We were especially impressed with the service team who navigated the complex menu with diners on varying schedules with skill. Our main waiter Cristalyn was warm and friendly, adding a nice touch to our experience. Overall we were so impressed with how the team appeared to work together to make the evening a great one! Oh, and I should mention that the cocktails were AMAZING! We can't wait to attend the next event at Wormwood.
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Randee
San Diego237 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we came for the Baja Dinner Series and each course was excellent. the Pacific Catch was my favorite. The wine pairings were excellent as well. we enjoyed the evening.
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Shauna
San Diego2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed our dinner at wormwood. Lovely atmosphere, was a bit loud due to the wedding behind the patio. Food and drinks are top notch. The pacing of the food was a bit long. Table service was excellent.
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Luis
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic experience! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and efficient. Definitely worth every penny. Highly recommend!
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Brian
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If we lived in San Diego we would be regulars. Worth going out of your way for.
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Austin VIP
Manitoba9 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Wormwood has lovely ambience and is a great date spot. We found the tasting menu food to be a bit rich. The best part was the apple dessert. But we will come back and try regular menu items at a later time.
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FAQs

Wormwood is rated 4.6 stars by 846 OpenTable diners.

Wormwood does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.